Forreston Grade School
244 Students
Elementary School 1st - 5th
School Overview
Forreston Grade School, located in Forreston, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Forreston School District (Community Unit School District 221). As a primary school, it focuses on the academic and social development of children in the early stages of their education, typically providing a nurturing environment that emphasizes core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. The school is an integral part of the small-town community, often characterized by a close-knit atmosphere that fosters strong communication between educators, students, and local families.
Beyond the standard curriculum, Forreston Grade School typically prioritizes the development of essential life skills and character education to prepare students for their eventual transition to the district’s junior high and high school levels. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and community involvement, the school aims to create a supportive learning environment where students can build the confidence and foundational knowledge necessary for long-term academic success. As a pillar of the local district, it reflects the values of the rural Ogle County community, emphasizing tradition, student engagement, and educational growth.
Beyond the standard curriculum, Forreston Grade School typically prioritizes the development of essential life skills and character education to prepare students for their eventual transition to the district’s junior high and high school levels. By maintaining a focus on personalized instruction and community involvement, the school aims to create a supportive learning environment where students can build the confidence and foundational knowledge necessary for long-term academic success. As a pillar of the local district, it reflects the values of the rural Ogle County community, emphasizing tradition, student engagement, and educational growth.
244
Total Students
20.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 210 |
| Hispanic | 16 |
| Black | 1 |
| Two or More | 17 |
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White210 (86.1 %)
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Two or More17 (7.0 %)
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Hispanic16 (6.6 %)
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Black1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Forrestville Valley CUSD 221 |
| Phone: | (815)938-2301 |
| Website: | http://www.fvdistrict221.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 1st - 5th |
| Total Students: | 244 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 20.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 0 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Grade 1
47
Grade 2
48
Grade 3
47
Grade 4
51
Grade 5
51
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 1 | 47 |
| Grade 2 | 48 |
| Grade 3 | 47 |
| Grade 4 | 51 |
| Grade 5 | 51 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 129 | 52.9% |
| Male | 115 | 47.1% |
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)
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Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
279 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th